Thursday, June 4, 2026

The Sun Nigeria

Why ‘African Queen’ has been a blessing and a curse to me – 2Baba

2Baba

2Baba

By Seyi Babalola

Legendary Nigerian musician Innocent Ujah Idibia, better known as 2Baba, has claimed that his blockbuster song ‘African Queen’ has been both a blessing and a curse for him.

The smash single, which was released in 2004, was one of the tunes that propelled him to international recognition.

He revealed in an interview with the Entertainment & Lifestyle show that the song has been a big benefit for him and his music career.

2Baba also added that despite the fame and impact the track had on his life, the song has also been a source of problems for him.

“African Queen has been a very huge blessing, and e come turn to problem join for me. But I am grateful for everything,” he said.